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January - April 2019 NEWS FOR US, BY US Talent galore: One-on-One with profiles on four Mpume Khaba campus artists UNIZULU STUDENTS AUTUMN SAY “NO!” TO FASHION TRENDS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
H uman rights, like basic human needs, are an essential part of any individual’s life. Among these, as written in the bill of rights of the Constitution of South Africa, are the right to life, equality and privacy. Also enshrined is the right to freedom and security of the person. This includes freedom Vox Pops: Let’s Talk Domestic Violence 3 from all forms of violence from either public or private Get Your Hustle on 4-5 sources, torture of any kind and cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. March being the month of human rights and April being the month to celebrate freedom, #tag has zoomed in on a pertinent human rights/ freedom issue: domestic violence. We have asked a few of our male students Top 7 Items Not to Wear to an Interview 6 to share their thoughts on the matter. You’ll read more on that in our Vox Pops feature on page 3. Don’t miss expert advice from UNIZULU’s Department of Psychology’s Ashmin Singh for domestic violence victims and perpetrators. You’ll find this on page 12. Live and Let Living Coral 7 Phew, well we’ve started on a rather serious note, haven’t we? Let’s take a step back just a little to do the formalities. This is the first feature for the year so we’d love to extend One-on-One with the First Female Housing Chairperson 10 a warm welcome to our first-time entering students. We wish you well on your journey as you navigate through your courses. We hope that, upon completion of your undergraduate studies, you’ll happily reflect on a productive period. We know that #tag will form part From SA to the World 11 of your fondest memories as well (wink, wink). To all our returning students, we trust that you have started implementing all your academic plans for the year and that you will succeed in all your academic endeavors. Shining the Light on Domestic 12 Violence Any fashionistas in the house? Yeah? We’ve got you guys covered in our new fashion feature (page 7). Make sure you check the page out to see what’s trending this autumn. Your Safety Counts 13 And with that, our dear readers, we say goodbye. Happy reading. FYI 14 Editorial Team Naledi Hlefane, Precious Shamase, Sphamandla Gumede, Samkele Sokhela and Hlumelo Nyikana Inspiration 15 Photography Sphamandla Gumede, Samkele Sokhela, Hlumelo Nyikana and Google images 2 #tag
# Vox pops What is your stance on domestic violence? I’m strongly against domestic violence Living in constant fear in your own home is Men who domestically abuse women because it creates a space that limits children’s the worst kind of life one can live. Younger contribute to creating a never ending cycle cognitive development. I don’t remember my children who are easily impressionable are the of abuse because young people who witness father beating my mother because they found most affected by this kind of abuse. Children these acts grow up believing this is normal. better ways to solve their problems. So, I don’t become adults who are angry, aggressive and Men think it’s okay to beat women and support this “supposed” norm of mistreating dangerous. If couples can no longer live women believe this is the only way men show women, especially through violent acts. together they should just separate instead of their “love”. We need to create far effective inflicting pain on one another. People should awareness campaigns to curb this crisis. learn to be more patient and understanding Simphiwe Makhunga in order to build better relationships and Level two FET Phase Education: Language happier homes. Simphiwe Kheswa and Life Orientation Level four LLB Sakhele Mthimkulu Level two BSc Hydrology and Physics Domestic violence is not the way to gain Domestic violence is not necessary. It’s control and respect from people. Domestic inhumane. It is a criminal offence; as such, it violence affects the way a child thinks, their is not a solution to any kind of problem. This behaviour, and ultimately their future. We kind of abuse causes anger which leads to should strive to become people who live in a homicide and hatred in our society. Domestic morally respectable manner. That’s the only violence destroys families and nations. We way to eradicate this issue. should abolish it. Duncan Mthethwa Sabelo Gumede Level 3 BCom Accounting Level three Industrial Sociology and Labour Relations #tag 3
# Get Your Hustle on When Lunga Gamedze, a fourth-year paying his tertiary tuition fees while Bachelor of Arts in Environmental also supporting his family. Planning and Development Studies student, realised that his family was From his gigs, Gamedze has also struggling to finance his education turned into an entrepreneur. He seven years ago, he devised a plan currently owns a carwash located that would generate income for his in Stanger and a fast-food tuckshop education and family. in Durban. The hip hop artist has achieved some feats in his musical Gamedze, who was in grade 10 at career. the time, took to recording hip hop music. He has appeared in numerous local newspapers, received airplay in He has since been receiving a local radio stations and worked number of paying gigs around with Bongani Fassie, the son of Durban and Stanger. Even though the legendary late Brenda Fassie. working as an underground Impressive hey? independent musician has had its challenges, the Swati-born talented Lungza G artist managed to accumulate a sum of money with which he is currently Qiniso Prince Nxumalo, the 25-year- The make-up artist said he was old from KwaMashu is studying oblivious to his talent until he towards a Master’s degree in saw the massive feedback he had Communication Science. He is also received on social media after he enjoying a promising career in the had posted a picture of himself make-up industry (doing facebeats, wearing make-up. With his profit, if you will), which he invests time Nxumalo pays for his education in during his spare time. With just and everyday lifestyle. His long- two years in the business, Que is term goal is to be recognised already national. He has worked internationally, like renowned with a number of notable faces in American Make-up Artist James the South African entertainment Charles, by whom he is inspired. industry such as Zoe Mthiyane, When asked what his secret to known as Zitha in the SABC 1 soapie swift success was, he responded, Generations, and Radio & TV Que_Glamazon personality Masechaba Ndlovu. “You must have a relationship with money, know how to make and If looking pretty, clean and fresh Nxumalo has also worked at huge keep money sufficiently. There are is your game then you definitely events in the South African calendar many ways one can make money, need Que Glamazon in your game such as the Vodacom Durban July. In for example, look at our institution, plan. Who is that, you might be 2018, he bagged R35 000 from doing it is an economy on its own.’’ wondering? Only one of the best facebeats during the weeklong make-up artists in Zululand. Born UNIZULU Graduation Ceremonies. 4 #tag
Week (SEW), an initiative of the Department of Higher Education and Training aimed at scouting young entrepreneurs and instilling in students and promoting the spirit of entrepreneurship. When he is not wearing his artist, businessman or student hats, Sithole dabbles with photography. From his side hustles, the young man has been able to purchase a digital camera worth R20 000 and Phumlani Sithole opened Original Africa, a Richards Bay based arts school in which Twenty - four - year - old Phumlani arts school. There’s more; Sithole he transfers his sketching and ‘Rasta’ Sithole is an all-round also has admirable sketching and painting skills while imparting his brilliant individual who has earned painting skills. Whether you prefer knowledge about art. His business his stripes in the community your artwork on paper, canvas ventures have afforded him the engagement, academic and or clothing, Sithole has got you. opportunity to travel to Ghana and entrepreneurship space. He took He takes great pride in his work, meet with the country’s president, great strides when he was a member effecting every stroke and coat Nana Akufo-Addo. We don’t know of the internationally-recognised with precision and finesse. His about you but Sithole definitely has UNIZULU Enactus chapter, is the sterling artistry saw him winning #tag’s respect. top student in the LLB (Bachelor of in the Best Stand category during Laws) programme and owner of an the 2018 Student Entrepreneurship Zoohkiing Siyanda ‘Zoohkiing’ Zungu is a fourth-year student registered for Consumer Science Extension and compose instrumentals and sold Rural Development Studies. The them to artists who were in need. Ingwavuma born young man has Apart from producing and selling turned his composing and musical beats, Zungu also promotes his talent into a business. own music. He has been nominated in Live Your Dreams Awards in Upon discovering that he had a Durban in the Best Upcoming Artist love for music production, Zungu category. voluntarily performed at various events until he secured a couple He has also been booked alongside of paying gigs. With the money he prominent musicians such as received from gigs, he invested in Mampintsha and Dj Bongs. His a recording label from which he aspiration is to collaborate with hopes to one day build an empire. Nasty C and Cassper Nyovest one day. After purchasing the studio, the rapper taught himself how to Samkele Sokhela #tag 5
# Top 7 Items Not to Wear to an Interview So you’ve finally secured an interview for that job you’ve been eyeing. The defining moment of reporting for duty for the very first time and meeting and greeting your colleagues has been playing in your mind ever since you heard the good news. That is how real this is for you. But alas, only one thing has been causing you sleepless nights: your interview outfit. Relax, #tag has come to your rescue. We’ve compiled a list of items you should avoid wearing on the big day, to help you select the clothes that most suit the occasion. Don’t wear earphones. Listening to music on the way Wear quality footwear. You don’t have to cough up to the interview is great because it helps to keep you thousands to buy shoes. Pick an appropriate pair relaxed but, if you’re not going to be interviewed for that is comfortable to wear and durable because, a DJ position, it is best to take off your earphones to chances are, you’ll want to wear it post-interview. look more presentable. These shoes include leather lace-ups and midi trendy heels. Remember, wearing the right kind of shoe also boosts your confidence. Avoid wearing ties with bombastic prints and patterns. Keep it simple. Rather use a single coloured tie which won’t be too distracting. It also looks more Please don’t wear extremely casual or offensive professional, especially if you don’t have a blazer on. attire. This includes shorts, miniskirts, short club dresses and toenail rings as well as revealing tattoos and excessive piercings, excessive jewellery, tank Don’t wear unclean or torn clothing. Take great tops and flip flops. pride in your appearance as this greatly affects your budding reputation. Here’s a last bit of advice, it’s best to do significant research on the company so that you can learn about Please don’t overdo your makeup. Use natural tones its dress code. For instance, wearing Khaki pants with a which highlight your perfect features. golf tee and neat sneakers is perfect for an interview at My Broadband but is not appropriate at Magigaba M and Associates. Go light on perfume, deodorant or cologne. Chanel no 5 and Yves Saint Laurent are arguably the most Remember, this is a crucial opportunity to showcase alluring scents in the world but, applying these yourself as the best person suited for the job so look the scents excessively will only attract death stares or part from head to toe. cause allergic reactions to flare. Hlumelo Nyikana 6 #tag
# Live and Let Living Coral Incorporate living coral, the pantone colour of 2019, into your autumn wardrobe and stand out! Here’s some inspiration to get you started (you can thank us later…). For HER Drop Down Textured Laser Cut Detail Ankle Earrings_MRP_R39.99 Boots_ Superbalist_ R299 Black legalili clutch bag_ Superbalist_R249 Coral Bodycon Dress_MRP_R119.99 Biker Jacket_MRP_R349 For Him Coral Cotton Golf Shirt_Woolworths_R250 Grey deitan slip on_ ALDO_R699. Skinny fit chino pants_MRP_R189.99 Grey cardigan_MRP_R159.99 Naledi Hlefane #tag 7
# One-on-One with MPUME KHABA Nompumelelo Nkanyezi Khaba, job so I could provide for my child fourth-year Bachelor of Laws and by God’s grace I found one and student, recently reached an picked myself up. I left home for incredible milestone by becoming four years and in 2015 when he got the first ever female student to be ill, my father asked me to come elected as the chairperson of the back home. Student Housing Committee at the University of Zululand since its Did you manage to make peace inception. #tag’s Samkele Sokhela with your father before his recently caught up with Khaba and passing? this is what transpired. Yes. He explained why he had Who is Nompumelelo Khaba? treated me that way. I understood and made peace with him. He said I’m 28 years old. I’m the second I must be grateful that his tough of four children. I was born and Nompumelelo Khaba, the newly elected Chairperson of love approach didn’t kill me but raised in Soweto in Protea North, Student Housing Committee. made me stronger instead. I took Johannesburg. I’m a bold, dynamic so much time within residences, but several gaps in life, I did my matric and loud individual with a very is it really a home away from home? at the age of 25 and with all that, colourful personality. We need to produce a conducive today I realise that those gaps were way that inspires everyone, preparing me to be the type of a Tell us about finding out about including students, to take care of person that I am today. your victory in the Student our residences no matter how old Housing Committee elections? they look. Your zeal for student activism is unequivocal. Where do you I cried; it was a feeling like no other. What keeps you motivated? draw your energy from? I did not sleep the whole night. It was so intense because there were My upbringing. I was raised in a I guess this derives from home. I so many people that were against us. nice, happy home. I studied in come from a family of six, where Everybody kept on saying I would exclusive private schools like one of there are two boys and two girls. The win, but you know… the anxiety. “those kids”, you know. But, when I two siblings after me are disabled was 16, things got bad between me twins. One is a paraplegic and the What got you interested in the and my late father because I fell other is severely autistic, meaning Student Housing Committee? pregnant. He completely disowned he can’t speak. They both need to me. I believe that experience was be looked after so I guess I am used It’s student issues and challenges that a learning curve for me because it to living in an environment where I are faced at university residences. introduced me to the real world. My have to provide a helping hand. Since I arrived at UNIZULU, I don’t father was a qualified magistrate feel like we are getting value for who was very strict. My pregnancy Your message of motivation to all the money that we are paying. I was a huge disappointment for him. women whose life experiences feel like we are a little bit neglected. He told me: “Now that you have There isn’t much that is happening are leading them to want to give chosen to be a woman, go out and at residences and that’s dangerous up? fend for yourself.” I left and lived because we need to remember that in Soweto. My mom would give If you want it, just know that you can when people are bored, they choose me money on the side. Cleverly, get it. People will have something to drinking and the drinking leads to with that money, I did a Diploma say. But, believe that you can do it unfortunate incidences that we have in Beauty Therapy as I had already and go for it. been witnessing recently. We spend passed grade 10. I searched for a 10 #tag
# From SA to the World UNIZULU Alumnus Takes International Culinary Space UNIZULU Alumnus Lindani Biyela is making waves in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, United States of America. . When Lindani Biyela (23), a former Little did he know that his fears Looking back, Biyela marvels at the UNIZULU Bachelor of Science (BSC) would swiftly dwindle upon arrival direction his life has taken. Just Hospitality and Tourism student, in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, a few months ago, he had never received news that his application where he is currently based. He boarded a flight, let alone travelled to work in the United States of reported for duty on 19 November outside of South Africa. ‘’This America (USA) had been successful, 2018, joining the Food and Beverages opportunity is extra special for me; he was both thrilled and anxious Department in the company’s it has been more like a chapter of at the prospect of a new challenge Convention Centre. breakthroughs,” Biyela said. ahead. “I’ve been doing very well. The The young man promised to The young man, from Durban, was environment is totally different continue raising the UNIZULU and set to work for Kalahari Resorts and (compared to South Africa) but it South African flags until the end of Convention, a hospitality company has been great and I have adjusted his yearlong internship. ranked among the best in the so easily,” Biyela said. world. This would unequivocally Samkele Sokhela “I am enjoying working here so far; be a life-changing opportunity for the feedback from management Biyela. But, was he going adjust has been very good. I can even do well to working in a completely things now that other interns were foreign environment? How would not allowed to do, such as managing his colleagues receive him? Would the cash register. The company has he make a lasting impression as an also put me as a cultural events co- employee? These were questions ordinator,” he boasted. that were racing in Biyela’s mind. #tag 11
# Shining the Light on Domestic Violence Naledi Hlefane speaks to Ashmin Pillay, a lecturer from the Department of Psychology about domestic violence. What is domestic violence? Amendment Act (no 85 of 1997); anxiety and other problems that and passing, in 1998, the Domestic may affect one’s daily functioning. D omestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence (IPV), ranges from slapping, Violence Act (DVA) (no. 118 of 1998). Specialist facilities have also been set up such as family courts, Helplessness and hopelessness often accompany survivors of abuse. coercing a woman to have sex, specialist sexual offences courts It is important to know that others threatening to beating, hitting with and Thuthuzela centres. (Vetten, L, have gone through the same route sticks or other objects, pushing, p. , 1995) and a person is never alone. The assaulting with fists, violent rape, pro-feminist programmes aim stabbing with a knife and shooting What are the signs of abuse? to change men’s discriminatory (Wood & Jewkes, 2001). In a country and controlling attitudes towards of approximately 40 million E xcessively controlling partners women and make safety of the people, as many as five women are that dictate who you speak with, victim paramount. The perpetrator estimated to be killed each week when and how you communicate is therefore held responsible for by an intimate partner (Vetten, with others is a sign of an abusive changing his attitude and behaviour 1995). Unequal power relations in partner, where they insist on in this approach. patriarchal societies perpetuate ideas of male dominance and making all decisions for you. Abuse aggression towards women. includes put you down by insulting References you, humiliating you, destroying the things you care for, and blaming What options are there for a you for their abusive behaviour. Jewkes, R., Levin. J, & Penn- victim of abuse? Kekana, L. (2002). Risk factors for Physical signs of abuse could also domrstic violence: findings from include physically hurting you or W orldwide, two models threatening to hurt you, your loved a South African cross-sectional of care dominate for ones, or themselves whenever study. Retrieved from https://doi. abused women: social services you upset them or try to stand up org/10.1016/S0277-9536(01)00294-5 of counselling and safe shelter, to them. Sexual abuse could be (Accessed 18/03/2019) and legal actions of arrest and committed by a stranger or by your protection orders. The National intimate partner and it includes Maphosa, N. (2012). An Outcome Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) any person trying to force you to Evaluation of NICRO’s ‘Perpetrator of 1996 established crimes of have sex or other sexual or intimate of Intimate Partner Violence violence against women and activity. Programme’. [Unpublished]. children as a national priority (a Retrieved from https://ujcontent. status such crimes have continued uj.ac.za/vital/manager/Index?site to enjoy in subsequent national Seeking help in abusive (Accessed: 19/03/2019). policing strategy documents) and situations a number of legislative reforms Vetten, L. 2005. Addressing domestic T have also been instituted in this he healing process begins with violence in South: Reflections on area. These include mandatory confiding in a trustworthy friend minimum sentences for or relative. A doctor, psychologist, Strategy and Practice. Centre for certain rapes (the Criminal Law counsellor or social worker may be study of violence and reconciliation: Amendment Act, no 105 of 1997); contacted to provide a person with South Africa. tightening bail conditions for information. Leaving a partner that those charged with rape through is abusive is vital. Then, one is able www.netcare.co.za the Criminal Procedure Second to deal with the trauma, depression, website retrieved 18 March 2019 12 #tag
# YOUR SAFETY COUNTS * STOP * THINK * ACT In the wake of recent fatal violent acts against students around the country, #tag has taken the decision to educate you (the University’s most important stakeholders) about measures you can take in order to stay safe in and around campus. Here are a couple of safety tips we’ve extracted from the University’s Safety Tips for Students booklet. Read the complete booklet on the UNIZULU website using the following link http://www.unizulu.ac.za/wp-content/ uploads/2018/01/Revised-Safety-Tips-EXTERNAL-printing.compressed.pdf. PERSONAL SAFETY * Always carry extra cash or have a * Beware of drink spiking. number for a metre taxi, friend Rohypnol, a strong sedative that * Always walk on well-travelled with a car and/or Uber. causes memory loss, and other and well lit areas substances can be added to your * If you have been assaulted, find drink, without being detected, * Always walk with friends- the nearest safe place and call a in order to incapacitate you. especially at night and in dark friend. Thereafter, call SAPS and areas PSD. GENERAL SAFETY * Keep abreast of crime trends and patterns GOING OUT * When taking the stairs, walk slowly and make use of * Consider carrying pepper spray, * Go out with friends you can handrails. a whistle or learn basic self- trust. defence techniques * Drink water regularly to * Go to a place near to your home, eliminate dehydration. residence or campus, for ease of SOCIAL SITUATIONS reach should you require any * Eat enough food to minimise help. incidents such as fainting. * Before going on a date, ensure you know your date’s name, * Notify at least one person * Do not use your hand or any address, car registration and that you are going out, where other part of your body to friends. If you suddenly feel you intend to go and when prevent lift doors from closing. uncomfortable while on the you expect to return. Call that date, immediately leave person if you are going to be late Naledi Hlefane so that they will not worry about * Do not rely on someone you just you. met for a ride home. #tag 13
# FYI recognition, the student received a 2000 Euros prize which will finance an all-expenses-paid trip to a conference of her choice. Ndulini will therefore be attending the World Water Week taking place in Stockholm, Sweden in August 2019. Her presentation also saw her receiving a certificate for the best oral presentation in the Water, Health, Livelihoods and Economic Development sub-theme. So what? Water availability and food security are becoming key challenges as both are highly vulnerable to continuously changing climatic patterns. Agricultural Who: Sinqobile Fanele Ndulini, PHD student in Microbiology yields will likely be severely affected over the next one hundred What, where, when, why and how: award came as a result of her years due to unprecedented rates of Ndulini is the proud recipient of outstanding presentation at the changes in climate system. Water the Lewis Jonker Award which 19th symposium, held towards the availability and food security being is presented annually to the best end of 2018 in Zambia. Her topic closely linked, monitoring water young water scientist (under the was titled “A green technology for availability to ensure the production age of 35) at the Waternet/WARFSA/ pathogens removal from domestic of food is therefore crucial. GWP-SA Symposium. Ndulini’s waste water”. In addition to her disabilities and accident and crime victims. Students with disabilities are encouraged to join the society as it is a platform where they can openly speak out about the challenges their disabilities pose in their everyday lives. They can join the society by contacting the Disability Unit Coordinator Phiwayinkosi Mjadu via telephone on 035 902 6398 or 083 944 2063 0r email MjaduP@ unizulu.ac.za. Alternatively, students may visit Mjadu in Office 12, Block 13, Thandanani Complex. Students who are on Who: Society for Students with Disabilities medication are also encouraged to What, where and why: An extension made up of students with albinism; declare this information to Mjadu of the Disability Unit which visual impairments; hearing using the mentioned means of falls under the Student Services difficulties; neurological problems; communication. Department (SSD), the society is paraplegia; epilepsy, invisible Naledi Hlefane 14 #tag
# Inspiration “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education.” - Martin Luther King, Jr. This book changed my outlook on life “After losing my father I went through a very rough patch. I was in matric and a friend of mine gave me a book titled “Law of attraction”. Reading that book made me realise that if you have a negative outlook on life attracts a negative energy. It made me look at things more positively. Now I am doing so well academically. That book changed my life; it made me a better person.” - Sahluko Khuzwayo Diploma in Media Studies My child motivates me to be the best version of myself “I have a child who looks up to me. Every morning I wake up and strive to be a better person than I was the day before. My child is what keeps me moving forward because I would like to give her the life that I never had. She is the wind beneath my wings.” Zinhle Xulu BA in Communication Science My rugby coach gave me pearls of wisdom “I play for the UNIZULU rugby team. We have a wonderful coach who has become more of a father figure for us. Not only does he coach us on the field but he gives us advice about life matters as well. There is one particular line that he likes to say whenever we seem to be losing heart as the team: “It’s all in the mind.” Simple as they are, these words have become so significant for me. They have become my mantra. I am a law student and some of my modules can be really challenging but each time I get the urge to give in to the pressure, I think about my coach’s favourite line and suddenly regain the strength to face the modules head-on.” Ntsika Biyela Bachelor of Laws My teacher led me to my chosen career path “When I was in grade 11, I had a great teacher who went out of her way to ensure that we understood and excelled in geography. Whenever she took us for a lesson, every time, without fail, she would ask us some questions about what we had learned in the previous lesson just to jog our memory and test our knowledge of that particular topic. Her punctuality, passion for teaching and professionalism are what motivated me to want to be a teacher too.” Noxolo Mavuso Bachelor of Education (Geography and Languages) #tag 15
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